strive
word
Definition
To try very hard to achieve something or reach a goal, especially when it is difficult.
Usage & Nuances
'Strive' is formal and often used for ambitious or noble goals. It usually goes with 'to' (as in 'strive to improve') or 'for' ('strive for success'). Don't use it for everyday, casual efforts—use 'try' instead.
Spanish: esforzarse - luchar (por)Portuguese (BR): esforçar-se - empenhar-sePortuguese (PT): esforçar-se - lutar (por)Chinese (Simplified): 努力 - 奋斗Chinese (Traditional): 努力 - 奮鬥Hindi: प्रयास करना - मेहनत करनाArabic: يسعى - يجتهدBengali: পরিশ্রম করা - সংগ্রাম করাRussian: стремиться - прилагать усилияJapanese: 努力する - 努めるVietnamese: phấn đấu - nỗ lựcKorean: 노력하다 - 애쓰다Turkish: çabalamak - gayret etmekUrdu: کوشش کرنا - جدوجہد کرناIndonesian: berjuang - berusaha keras
Example Sentences
They strive to be the best students in the class.
basic
You should always strive for your dreams.
basic
We must strive to make the world a better place.
basic
No matter what happens, I’ll always strive to do my best.
natural
She has always strived for fairness in her work environment.
natural
Even though it’s tough, people continue to strive for a better life.
natural